You'd be surprised by how today's children would react to these "vintage" things. Recently, my cousin's children were absolutely *fascinated* by a rotary telephone they found in my aunt's house. After a quick lesson on how do dial it, they wanted to call all their friends on it! And kids will generally not rough-handle something if they really like it and want it to last -- as opposed to disposable toys -- so I think they could just as easily get the hang of properly playing records.
You used to find them everywhere, a few years back (late 1990's). Now, I have not seen any for the past 2-3 years of going to nearly all of the thrift stores in the Phoenix area (there are alot of stores). Your best bet is to buy from ebay. This particular model runs on AC/DC power and is more sought after, so it usually sells for more. Even if you buy one that is non-working, it is worth it as the inside are fairly simple to repair. Thanks for watching!
@Lachlant1984 The cartridges on Fisher-Price record players are compatible with stereo records, so they are not damaging them. Older 1950's LPs had a 1 mil groove instead of the .7 mil groove that post-50's records have, so playing post-1950's stereo LPs on a 1950's record player will damage them.
This particular model is AC/DC, using a plug-in AC adaptor or 4 'C' cell batteries. I had not figured out why these models go for more on ebay, it must be the battery option. Thanks for posting, you have some great vids.
No, but the lid does have to be open to accommodate the LPs (as seen in the video). The lid is made to remove easily, and snaps back on. Also, the 45 adapter twists and drops down into the turntable to play LPs.
I believe the cartridge/stylus is mono, there are only two contacts (one on each side of the cartridge). The stylus is housed inside the cartridge, and the whole thing is replaceable. Not sure about whether or not it would damage a stereo record. Thanks for commenting and watching!
The cartridge is mono, the stylus is neither stereo nor mono. The stylus is merely the tip that engages with and follows the groove. The "wiggly lines" in the groove that represent the audio recording cause the stylus to move side-to-side and up-and-down as it reads the groove, it is then the cartridge's function to "decode" those "wiggles" and render the audio. If there is a single element inside the cartridge, then regardless of whether the record is stereo or mono, only a mono reproduction shall result(two wires carrying the signal to a mono amplifier) but if the cartridge has two elements(four wires carrying Left & Right channel signals to a stereo amplifier), then the special effect of the stereo record will be realised.
nice little record player I like the song too I heard this on some infomercial where if you ordered a t shirt or something they would give you 2 80s CDs free and this song was on that collection, I like 80s music BTW
I was using batteries to make this video. The batteries (if using alkalines) would last for a good long while, for a few hours. It took 4 'C' cell batteries.
Yes! Just place something (screwdriver, etc.) on top of the stylus holder (the part that retracts), in the gap between the stylus holder and the tone arm. This will hold it in the downward position while you push the stylus in.
An earlier model than this had a gutsier tonal quality and actually sounded quite good. This one however, sounds tinny. Much like one would expect from what is basically nothing more than a kiddy's toy.
How common were battery operated record players back in the 1970's and 1980's? I once saw a portable record player, I think it could only play 45's, and I think it used 2 9 volt batteries, I didn't buy it as I don't have a record collection. Does this unit have autop stop? Can you use headphones with the unit? I'd love to see someone playing Grandmaster Flash on a device like that.
@75capriceconvertible I opened one up and there wasn't much inside. I don't remember the amp, most likely one transistor. There was enough room in there to fit a stack of records! lol
I still have this same model! I think the cartridge needs replaced, but I haven't looked at it in so many years! It got stored when I got a stereo system with a record player built in and is still in really good condition, are these things worth anything? or just nostalgic value?
Does this have a stereo cartridge/stylus? I ask because BadEditPro says if you play a stereo record with a monaural cartridge/stylus the record may be damaged, I don't know how true that is.
You're right, I'm sure I would have distroyed one of these of I had one as a child. I think records are cooler than tapes, and I think they sound better, but tapes are much more forgiving, and can stand a bit more rough treatment than records or record players.
I like this record player, it's cool. Unfortunately, the record player's audio output is playing absolute havoc with your Sanyo Xacti's Auto level control system, the sound is pumping a lot. Nice record player though, if I had one as a kid, I would have most likely ruined it very quickly, not to mension the amound of damage I would have done to the records.
They dont track at eight grams, more like 3 and the movement of the tone arm is very forgiving. I own 2 one is as pictured battery/adaptor powered and the other is just mains powered. The only downside to owning one of these is the cost of the catridge/stylus as it all one unit $25 is cheapest ive seen it.
This is a great vintage toy but according to hipster millennials nowadays the stylus is cheap and the record player doesn't meet up to standards it will destroy your records
You'd be surprised by how today's children would react to these "vintage" things. Recently, my cousin's children were absolutely *fascinated* by a rotary telephone they found in my aunt's house. After a quick lesson on how do dial it, they wanted to call all their friends on it! And kids will generally not rough-handle something if they really like it and want it to last -- as opposed to disposable toys -- so I think they could just as easily get the hang of properly playing records.
very nice little recrd player i collect all type of vintage audio thank you for your videos
You used to find them everywhere, a few years back (late 1990's). Now, I have not seen any for the past 2-3 years of going to nearly all of the thrift stores in the Phoenix area (there are alot of stores). Your best bet is to buy from ebay. This particular model runs on AC/DC power and is more sought after, so it usually sells for more. Even if you buy one that is non-working, it is worth it as the inside are fairly simple to repair. Thanks for watching!
@Lachlant1984 The cartridges on Fisher-Price record players are compatible with stereo records, so they are not damaging them. Older 1950's LPs had a 1 mil groove instead of the .7 mil groove that post-50's records have, so playing post-1950's stereo LPs on a 1950's record player will damage them.
This particular model is AC/DC, using a plug-in AC adaptor or 4 'C' cell batteries. I had not figured out why these models go for more on ebay, it must be the battery option. Thanks for posting, you have some great vids.
No, but the lid does have to be open to accommodate the LPs (as seen in the video). The lid is made to remove easily, and snaps back on. Also, the 45 adapter twists and drops down into the turntable to play LPs.
I believe the cartridge/stylus is mono, there are only two contacts (one on each side of the cartridge). The stylus is housed inside the cartridge, and the whole thing is replaceable. Not sure about whether or not it would damage a stereo record. Thanks for commenting and watching!
The cartridge is mono, the stylus is neither stereo nor mono. The stylus is merely the tip that engages with and follows the groove. The "wiggly lines" in the groove that represent the audio recording cause the stylus to move side-to-side and up-and-down as it reads the groove, it is then the cartridge's function to "decode" those "wiggles" and render the audio. If there is a single element inside the cartridge, then regardless of whether the record is stereo or mono, only a mono reproduction shall result(two wires carrying the signal to a mono amplifier) but if the cartridge has two elements(four wires carrying Left & Right channel signals to a stereo amplifier), then the special effect of the stereo record will be realised.
I definitely remember this one as a kid.
I still have mine every since five years old in 1985
nice little record player I like the song too I heard this on some infomercial where if you ordered a t shirt or something they would give you 2 80s CDs free and this song was on that collection, I like 80s music BTW
I was using batteries to make this video. The batteries (if using alkalines) would last for a good long while, for a few hours. It took 4 'C' cell batteries.
It can use both, 4 'C' batteries, or a universal AC adaptor, set at 6 volts. Thanks for watching and commenting~
Yes! Just place something (screwdriver, etc.) on top of the stylus holder (the part that retracts), in the gap between the stylus holder and the tone arm. This will hold it in the downward position while you push the stylus in.
good memories came to my mind
@LordChimera0103 "What's on Your Mind (Pure Energy)" by Information Society
I like how it stops when it finishes
You are welcome! I struggled with the same problem when I changed mine.
An earlier model than this had a gutsier tonal quality and actually sounded quite good. This one however, sounds tinny. Much like one would expect from what is basically nothing more than a kiddy's toy.
How common were battery operated record players back in the 1970's and 1980's? I once saw a portable record player, I think it could only play 45's, and I think it used 2 9 volt batteries, I didn't buy it as I don't have a record collection. Does this unit have autop stop? Can you use headphones with the unit? I'd love to see someone playing Grandmaster Flash on a device like that.
Were you using an AC Adaptor with this unit during the video, or were you using batteries? Do you know how long the batteries would typically last?
wow, surprisingly good sounds quality
@75capriceconvertible I opened one up and there wasn't much inside. I don't remember the amp, most likely one transistor. There was enough room in there to fit a stack of records! lol
I still have this same model! I think the cartridge needs replaced, but I haven't looked at it in so many years! It got stored when I got a stereo system with a record player built in and is still in really good condition, are these things worth anything? or just nostalgic value?
@IdontneedanIpod Yes they do, or at least they did, I understand Fisher Price had an MP3 player out there at some point in the past.
Does this have a stereo cartridge/stylus? I ask because BadEditPro says if you play a stereo record with a monaural cartridge/stylus the record may be damaged, I don't know how true that is.
thats when fishr price made good toys
Better value than anything Crosley's ever made
You're right, I'm sure I would have distroyed one of these of I had one as a child. I think records are cooler than tapes, and I think they sound better, but tapes are much more forgiving, and can stand a bit more rough treatment than records or record players.
I had one just like that one when I was little
LOL
Is there a way you can replace the needles when they wear out on that turntable?
awesome
Hey, how do you play 12" LPs on this? Do you have to take the lid off?
I want one of those. Can you find those anywhere?
I like this record player, it's cool. Unfortunately, the record player's audio output is playing absolute havoc with your Sanyo Xacti's Auto level control system, the sound is pumping a lot. Nice record player though, if I had one as a kid, I would have most likely ruined it very quickly, not to mension the amound of damage I would have done to the records.
They dont track at eight grams, more like 3 and the movement of the tone arm is very forgiving.
I own 2 one is as pictured battery/adaptor powered and the other is just mains powered.
The only downside to owning one of these is the cost of the catridge/stylus as it all one unit
$25 is cheapest ive seen it.
i used to have one exactly like this
What Song Is That?Thanks!
kiero uno de esos!!!!!
This is a great vintage toy but according to hipster millennials nowadays the stylus is cheap and the record player doesn't meet up to standards it will destroy your records